Kyle Hollingsworth

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Thirty years ago, Kyle Hollingsworth set out on a career in music. Since then, with a wealth of desire and an abundance of ability, Hollingsworth has established himself as a formidable and versatile music talent, with the ability to contribute, collaborate, compose, and communicate on a number of levels and within a vast spectrum of musical environments. Today, as a member of acclaimed jam masters The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth is revered by both peers and fans for his ability to write and perform in a mosaic of styles, from rock to classical, ragtime to bebop. Playing in SCI has allowed him unrestricted access to the world of music, and has bestowed on him the kind of fearlessness a composer needs to flirt with such disparate genres. Those who’ve seen SCI know that they can jerk from funk to bluegrass on a chord change. “In the jam world, where there are no set ways of doing things, we’re not afraid to move in and out of genres,” he says, “and because of that I’ve learned to be creative, not only onstage but in the studio. I can get on board with something pretty quickly. You have to.”

While his versatility and quick-study nature have become his signature skills with SCI, they have also proved tremendously helpful on stage during collaborations with a bunch of major acts, including Paul Simon, Bruce Hornsby, Bob Weir, Little Feat, and banjo master Bela Fleck. One summer he toured with Phil Lesh in a band that also included Steve Kimock, John Molo, and Warren Haynes. In the summer of 2008 he spent the summer touring with the Mickey Hart Band. This group featured Mickey Hart,George Porter,steve kimock and many others. In another amazing highlight, Kyle also toured with Mike Clark in a band that starred nearly all the original Head Hunters.

These gigs prove that Hollingsworth is as unafraid to step out of the limelight as he is to step into it. “When I play with these performers it’s about showcasing them, to support the main role in the best possible way. Seasoned musicians can be tasty and laid back, too!” Kyle’s first solo album release in 2004 reflected his jazz tastes. Titled Never Odd or Even, Joshua Redman and Robert Randolph guested, among others. Never or Odd or Even was the recording Hollingsworth had always wanted to make since he was a kid. In addition to his jazz influences, the album’s music demonstrates Kyle’s ability to seamlessly fuse genres.

Amid a six-month touring break from The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth decided to branch out and develop some musical ideas on his own. What resulted was five musically diverse and energetic songs including a rousing cover of Vampire Weekend’s “Step.”

Anticipation for the new 2020 EP has been high. A handful of notable outlets jumped on board early providing first listens of some of the new tracks. Relix premiered “Tufnel’s Retreat,” Jambase premiered “Live Forever,” and The Big Takeover premiered Kyle’s take on Vampire Weekend’s hit song “Step.”

“I love the ability to try different styles and feels with my solo band, it helps me be centered with the mothership of SCI. With this EP, I was just throwing out a collection of songs that speak of where I am right now in my writing, just a fun project to bring in the new decade. From old school prog rock to ’90s alt grunge. And it was fun to explore new territory by reinterpreting a tune from one of my favorite bands,” said Kyle.

2020 Track Listing

1. Live Forever

2. We Were The Young

3. Step (Vampire Weekend cover)

4. Got it Figured Out (ft. Lyle Divinsky of The Motet)

5. Tufnel’s Retreat

Kyle is currently on tour with his band in support of the EP release and will be making select stops across the country, including a handful of special shows in Alaska, Colorado’s Front Range, and the Northwest, plus appearances at Summer Camp Music Festival and the all-new Hog Farm Hangout.

Kyle Hollingsworth, (keyboardist of The String Cheese Incident) has announced a special online event dubbed “Kyle Hollingsworth’s Big Show.” The stream aims to bring something fun and unique to an amazing community of fans. The ‘Big Show’ will provide viewers the chance to laugh, smile, dance and just simply escape from everyday stress. The show will also feature special guests, surprises, and a one-of-a-kind exclusive musical experience.

Additionally, the “OG Cat shirt,” the cat that started it all from Hollingsworth’s famous Kyle’s Corner Feline Fine cat shirt collection, returns for the first time ever, available only with ticket purchase.

“This is going to be exciting, electrifying, slightly frightening, but overall exhilarating! Taking one’s self out of the comfort zone can lead to unexpected results. We are the music makers, we are the dreamers of dreams, so join me for this magical mystery stream.”

Earlier this year Kyle released an EP titled 2020. Amid a six-month touring break from The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth decided to branch out and develop some musical ideas on his own. What resulted was five musically diverse and energetic songs including a rousing cover of Vampire Weekend’s “Step.” Kylehollingsworth.com

“KYLE HOLLINGSWORTH’S BIG SHOW” – NOW JUNE 11FEATURING: SPECIAL GUESTS, FUN SURPRISES AND FRESH MUSIC

NEW EP – 2020 RELEASED EARLIER THIS YEAR

“In these challenging times, I am pausing the BIG SHOW and postponing to next Thursday, June 11. 7pm MT. I’m sorry for the inconvenience, all existing tickets will be honored. Let’s rock out together next week!” – Kyle Hollingsworth

Kyle Hollingsworth, (keyboardist of The String Cheese Incident) has announced a special online event dubbed “Kyle Hollingsworth’s Big Show.” The stream aims to bring something fun and unique to an amazing community of fans. The ‘Big Show’ will provide viewers the chance to laugh, smile, dance and just simply escape from everyday stress. The show will also feature special guests, surprises, and a one-of-a-kind exclusive musical experience.

Additionally, the “OG Cat shirt,” the cat that started it all from Hollingsworth’s famous Kyle’s Corner Feline Fine cat shirt collection, returns for the first time ever, available only with ticket purchase.

“This is going to be exciting, electrifying, slightly frightening, but overall exhilarating! Taking one’s self out of the comfort zone can lead to unexpected results. We are the music makers, we are the dreamers of dreams, so join me for this magical mystery stream.”

Earlier this year Kyle released an EP titled 2020. Amid a six-month touring break from The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth decided to branch out and develop some musical ideas on his own. What resulted was five musically diverse and energetic songs including a rousing cover of Vampire Weekend’s “Step.” Kylehollingsworth.com